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Medical Assistant - General Surgery

Community Health Systems · Foley, Alabama, US

Job Summary The Medical Assistant supports patient care by performing clinical and administrative tasks under the supervision of a medical provider.

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Job Summary The Medical Assistant supports patient care by performing clinical and administrative tasks under the supervision of a medical provider. This role assists with medical procedures, maintains exam rooms, facilitates patient intake, and ensures efficient clinic operations while providing excellent service to patients and staff. Essential Functions: - Assists providers with non-invasive medical procedures, such as taking vital signs and preparing patients for exams. - Prepares and cleans exam rooms before patient visits and clinical procedures. - Performs patient intake duties, including reporting test results, phone triage, and documenting medical information as directed by licensed personnel or providers. - Reviews and maintains daily logs and documentation. - Supports administrative duties, including pre-registering patients, scheduling appointments, coordinating referrals, verifying insurance eligibility, and managing clinic communications. - Maintains an organized workload while providing prompt, courteous, and efficient service to providers, patients, and visitors. - Monitors and requisitions supplies and equipment to ensure appropriate inventory levels and functional...